1975 Honda 145 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 145 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |